2008 Bentley Flying Spur 6.0L Petrol · C9 MWJ
2008 Bentley Flying Spur (6.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 48,036 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY FLYING SPUR
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,036 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C9 MWJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2026
- 48,036 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C9 MWJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Bentley Flying Spur (C9 MWJ) between February 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))”; “Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))”; “Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))”.
C9 MWJ Mileage History
- 14/02/202274,406 mi
- 15/02/202274,408 mi+2 mi
- 13/02/202347,770 mi-26,638 mi
- 21/02/202547,785 mi+15 mi
- 30/07/202648,036 mi+251 mi
Average of roughly -5,920 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Bentley Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: BENTLEY FLYING SPUR
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Secondary Air Injection Pump Failure(Moderate)
The pumps for the emissions system can ingest moisture and fail, triggering a Check Engine Light.
- Air Suspension Compressor Burnout(Serious)
The heavy weight of the Flying Spur puts enormous strain on the air suspension compressor. When air struts develop slow leaks, the compressor runs continuously to maintain ride height, eventually overheating and burning out.
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- Secondary Air Injection Pump FailureModerate
The pumps for the emissions system can ingest moisture and fail, triggering a Check Engine Light.
- Air Suspension Compressor BurnoutSerious
The heavy weight of the Flying Spur puts enormous strain on the air suspension compressor. When air struts develop slow leaks, the compressor runs continuously to maintain ride height, eventually overheating and burning out.
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